Financial Literacy Quiz

Because I need my social security number for so many things, it’s a good idea to keep my social security card in my wallet so I can show it whenever someone asks for it.

I received a pre-approved credit offer, but I already have a credit card and don’t want another one.  I should shred the offer before I throw it out, because it might contain personal information that could be used for identity theft.

I want to know what my credit report says about my credit history, but the information is secret and I can't get a copy because only banks can see my credit report.

I received an e-mail from my bank telling me to click on a link and verify my account information.  If I don’t do this, I could have problems with my account.

If I’m late in paying my credit card bill, I may have to pay a late fee in addition to interest charges, and my interest rate may also increase.

I received a lot of money for my graduation, and I want to go to the mall to buy a new laptop.  Even though I have the cash, it might still be better to use my credit card to pay for the laptop.

I received an e-mail from a stranger in a foreign country telling me that he has inherited about $15 million from his uncle, but cannot get the money out because of complicated rules. He promises that if I send him $500 to help him, I’ll be guaranteed a percentage of the inheritance. Since the e-mail sender knew my name and e-mail address, I can trust him.